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(25 Years of NOLA Funk)-Galactic with Southern Avenue at The Jefferson (Jam Band Purist’s 150th Review)

3/4/2020

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(25 Years of NOLA Funk)-Galactic with Southern Avenue at The Jefferson (Jam Band Purist’s 150th Review)

After reviewing my notes for this show, it looks to be the 150th review on www.jambandpurist.com It’s hard to believe I’ve reviewed so many concerts and festivals in just under 5 years. Many of them have been this band right here: Galactic. It’s been my pleasure to see Galactic, as much as, I have over the past few years. The classic New Orleans based, Funk outfit has been making their rounds for a 25th-anniversary tour and they stopped into the Jefferson Theatre in Charlottesville, Virginia. I had just seen them aboard Jam Cruise and while I had gotten quite used to seeing Erica Falls with the group, with her recent departure, the new addition of Anjelika “Jelly” Joseph has been a growing experience.

Opening for Galactic was Memphis’s own, Southern Avenue, who I have seen a few times on Jam Cruise and at FloydFest. Southern Avenue has a sound that is very original but their roots in southern blues, rock, and funk shine through. Check out my album review here. https://familyjamhouse.com/southern-avenue-keep-on-album-review-many-musical-stories-begin-at-home/ It was my pleasure to write something up for this growing band and hope the best in the future. Southern Avenue would go on to open up for Tedeschi-Trucks band later that week in Richmond, Virginia, which is a huge accomplishment. Look for this band at festival near you.

What’s there to say about Galactic that I haven’t already said in many other reviews? “Galactic would come on like a jet plane.” Ever since I found my heart in New Orleans and Tipitina‘s, Galactic holds a special place in my heart. And if I can’t get to New Orleans, then by God, I’ll make New Orleans come to me. I wish I could work with Galactic or, with the Tipitina‘s Foundation in the future. That would be a dream come true.

Galactic‘s music is hard and heavy at times with Robert Mercurio on bass and Stanton Moore both a driving full force. There’s songs especially the classic funk, are easy to dance to and lose yourself within the music. When the songs add a singer, it only significantly amplifies the excitement and energy on stage. I am hooked on their cover of “Walking On The Moon” by The Police. It has a different feel and I think you all would enjoy it below. Anyway, I’m sure I will be seeing, Galactic, as soon as, possible. I will be making it to the Crescent City for Jazz Fest or die trying. Keep on keeping on Galactic! 25 Years strong. It’s my dream to interview this band and work with the Tipitina’s foundation!

R.A. Fadley 



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